The construction sector will power the implementation of a development and modernisation push called New Kuwait Vision 2035, a strategy for social and economic change, but it's not without its challenges.

There are some challenges that the Kuwaiti economy may face as it pursues the government's seven-pillar roadmap for major transformation. One of the most pressing – and polarising – questions is how Kuwait strikes the right balance between giving local contractors greater opportunity to work on its megaprojects, whilst relying on international firms that have a track record of building projects coveted by the government.

In this week's episode of Construction Week Viewpoint, hosts Oscar Rousseau and Jack Ball review the risks and rewards around the New Kuwait strategy, examining the role played by construction as the country aims to be ranked among the top 35% in the world by 2035, based on 20 key global indicators such as infrastructure, healthcare, and human capital.

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